The cheapest and fastest trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 16 trains that leave Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Sun, Jun 21, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C1702511:55 AM0h42Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)12:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
C1702410:52 AM0h46Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
C170228:55 AM0h50Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
C170239:55 AM0h51Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)10:46 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
C170282:45 PM0h52Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)3:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
C170359:40 PM0h41Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)10:21 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
C1702511:55 AM0h42Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)12:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
C170271:55 PM0h42Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)2:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
C1702410:52 AM0h46Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$111One-way0 transfers
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G009308:59 PM0h46Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)9:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A train is $0.67 (€0.55) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
The journey is about 9m faster (43m by train vs 52m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $21 (€17)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35368+ G01068 | On time 11:04 AM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h51 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17052 | On time 11:24 AM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 12:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35370+ G01070 | On time 12:09 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h46 | 12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17055 | On time 12:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 1:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35372+ G01072 | On time 1:05 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h50 | 1:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17060 | On time 1:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 2:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35375+ G01076 | On time 2:10 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 2:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17063 | On time 2:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 3:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35377+ G01079 | On time 3:04 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h51 | 3:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17065 | On time 3:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 4:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35380+ G01081 | On time 3:56 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h59 | 4:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17066 | On time 4:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 5:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81149 · C16901 | On time 4:40 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h20 | 6:00 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17068 | On time 5:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 6:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35386+ G00725 | On time 6:04 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h51 | 6:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17070 | On time 6:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 7:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81077 · C16905 | On time 6:40 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h20 | 8:00 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17071 | On time 7:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 8:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35391+ G00736 | On time 8:03 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h52 | 8:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17073 | On time 8:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 9:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17074 | On time 9:24 PM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h51 | 10:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
C17022 | 8:55 AM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h50 | 9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17023 | 9:55 AM Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h51 | 10:46 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Worcester Foregate Street from Worcester city centre
Worcester Foregate Street train station facilities and services
Worcester Foregate Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Foregate Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Foregate Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Foregate Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Worcester Shrub Hill from Worcester city centre
Worcester Shrub Hill train station facilities and services
Worcester Shrub Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Shrub Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Shrub Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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